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IVAEM College
Caguas, Puerto Rico · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 14 Calle Intendente Ramirez, Caguas, PR 00725 · Phone: (787) 208-6868 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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IVAEM College is a private for-profit trade school in Caguas, PR, offering culinary and pastry programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
IVAEM College has an 82.7% completion rate, above the Puerto Rico state average of 69.2%, and median earnings 10 years after entry of $19,686, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at IVAEM College is $15,897, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. About 83.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chefs and head cooks | $23,730 | $30,800 | $47,840 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Puerto Rico (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 51 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 30 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
IVAEM College is a private for-profit trade school located in Caguas, Puerto Rico. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their education. The campus is best known for its culinary and pastry programs, which account for the bulk of its 114 recent program completers across 4 program offerings.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 82.7%, which is above the Puerto Rico state average of 69.2%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $19,686. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $15,897, and 83.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student population with significant financial need. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus is set in a small-city locale and centers its offerings on culinary and pastry training, which typically points to shorter, hands-on program formats rather than multi-year associate degrees, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students, including career changers, considering IVAEM College should independently verify accreditation status with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review current outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
IVAEM College offers culinary and pastry programs, with 114 recent completers across 4 program offerings, according to federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, IVAEM College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, IVAEM College participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 82.7%, which is above the Puerto Rico state average of 69.2%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (787) 208-6868 for more information.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $19,686, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $15,897.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
IVAEM College is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition levels and eligibility for certain aid or oversight compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (787) 208-6868 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and check outcomes on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?438984.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus focuses on culinary and pastry training, which is often structured as shorter, skills-based programs, but specific scheduling and length details are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm fit for career changers.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact IVAEM College directly at (787) 208-6868 for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach IVAEM College by phone at (787) 208-6868 or visit its website at https://www.ivaempr.com/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data for this campus does not include direct comparisons to other nearby schools; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?438984 to compare institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.